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Handicap accessible riverfront home - outdoor firepit & hot tub
Whittier, NC

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 65 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Check In Before Dark.
We came up for a wedding and really enjoyed this house. Very clean, very comfortable, Wi-Fi was good and I will rent again if we are in the area. We came the third weekend of October and there was no snow but we used 4WD the last mile to the cabin. I would not go up without it. I used their directions and once we did it once we were good. Beautiful area and close to a lot of great sight seeing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ellen H., Loris, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Trout Landing
Nice house, very clean, well appointed. I couldn’t give 5 stars because the internet timed out every night at 9:00 PM with no explanation or resolution. The gravel drive was no joke. Very nerve wracking to drive on, especially on a dark or rainy night. Not much can de done about the condition of the properties we passed while driving on the gravel drive to the house, so we were glad to find a tidy, quiet peaceful place upon arrival.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 2, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, Ellen. We apologize for the issues that you encountered with the internet. We appreciate you bringing this item to our attention during your stay and allowing us to review and address it accordingly. Our local operations manager confirmed that the internet is now working. We hope to have the opportunity to better serve you in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Nice place with hot tub and a flowing river. The highway really didn’t bother us in the front. The driveway isn’t all that bad like some reviews said. It is long and it is a single car driveway but we had no problems. Hey it’s the mountains so stop complaining
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

thomas r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice time.
House was very well set up and roomy.Clean and the beds were comfortable.Hot Tub was very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carla R., Asheboro Nc

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house
We loved staying at this property it has everything you need !! Will definitely stay here in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Sandra S., Durham

Disliked: Cleanliness
COULD NOT GET TO THIS PROPERTY
we tried in the pouring rain to find this cabin on a long single lane road that was partially flooded for two hours. We called for assistance to only receive a text giving us the same directions that we already had. We were honestly in what felt to us as an unsafe situation . The customer service of VACASA is horrible.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 14, 2023
Thank you for your review, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. We sincerely apologize for any disconnect in the care you received when communicating with our team and appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We welcome your feedback as a means to improve and will be sure to follow up with the appropriate parties regarding your experience. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope we can host you again!

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Experience Overall
Only caveat would be the hot tub water was a little dirty. We thought to replace water but was unsure of what was allowed. All other aspects of our stay were very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing for a weekend getaway
Overall this place was perfect. The furniture was nice and comfortable. The only part that I did not enjoy was the driveway to reach the property. There was a single gravel drive that was a mile long to reach the house. Also, the hot tub did not stay heated. Once occupied the temperature slowly dropped to 88° and would never increase. The hot tub could only be enjoyed for short periods of time with hours in between to reheat. I would stay again as this was a very cozy home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Olivia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin, hard to access
Hard to get to the place
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
Hi, Olivia! It is a great pleasure to hear you enjoyed the cabin! However, we sincerely apologize for any trouble you experienced accessing the home. Please know our guest support team is available 24 hours a day should any need arise, and we are always happy to help. Thank you for staying with us; we hope to see you again!

6/10 Okay

Nancy R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
JULY 4TH., 2021 VACATION
HOT TUB WAS FILTHY AND PAID TO HAVE IT CLEANED BEFORE CHECKING IN FOR VACATION. COULD NOT USE. THE HALL BATH STAYED STOPPED UP AND MY SON FIXED BY PULLING GOBS OF HAIR OUT OF THE DRAIN. THE SHOWER HAD NOT BEEN CLEANED. THE NOISE FROM THE HIGHWAY WAS HORRIBLE. NICE HOUSE BUT NEEDS GOOD CLEANING. FURNITURE DIRTY. FRENCH DOOR HANDLE FELL OFF. NOT GOING BACK.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
We sincerely apologize for the cleanliness concerns you encountered during your stay with us. Our team of housekeepers takes pride in their cleanliness standards, as it is a top priority service we provide for every guest prior to check-in. We are disappointed to see that these concerns were not reported to us during your stay as we would have been happy to assist. We have passed your feedback along to our housekeeping staff so they are aware of your concerns. We hope to have the opportunity to impress you in the future!

8/10 Good

Alicia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, but...
The house was lovely and clean and well laid out. It is really unfortunate that the noise from the highway is so loud - it is not, sadly, a place to go for peace and quiet. And for those who complained about the water access, walk along the water a little ways upriver and you’ll see a lovely deck and water entry. My husband uses an electric wheelchair and the house was great for that, although the space in front of and to the left of the toilet was tight. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
Hello Alicia, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay. Due to the location of this property it does have some noise from the surrounding area. We hope to host you again soon!

8/10 Good

Diane J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for family gathering
5 adults were very comfortable in this home. Accessibility to our family members with mobility challenges was appreciated. Location good but be prepared for traffic noise. Overall great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

4/10 Poor

Angie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not what you think
Loud traffic 1.5 miles into the woods to end back up across the river to hear traffic. Hot tub cold and water in house smelled like rotten eggs. Neighboor mowing yard at 8:30 pm no peace and quiet waste of money
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!!
Awesome cabin! Best equipped kitchen and most comfortable beds of all the places we’ve stayed! Tv in each bedroom and comfortable seating in living room. Thouroughly enjoyed our stay. Thanks
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house/clean
Nice, clean house.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing hide away
This house is great if you like to be tucked away. It is a gorgeous property and the house its self is incredible. The view is particularly awesome from the hot tub. There is a small private train that runs which could be a potential drawback but it’s a mild inconvenience. The drive to the house was a little daunting and confusing but once I found the house it was easy to remember how to get there and back to the main road. This was an amazing girls trip i would absolutely recommend and come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful trip
We had a wonderful time and will definitely come back
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deonna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family hide away
My husband and i enjoyed ourselves. Its a little tricky getting to cabin but it was worth it when we found it. And my husband found access to the river with no problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Alison B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hornet Drive House
The house is spacious, clean, comfortable, and well equipped. Excellent Wifi and satellite tv. The only drawbacks are a BAD road to the house (Hornet Drive) and road noise (Highway 74) when outside,
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Place was very clean, pretty easy to get to. Easy to get to town and not far from the cites in Cherokee.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Loved the property! Little trouble finding it. You definitely need to arrive before dark. Beautifully appointed. Had everything we needed and more. Quite comfortable. Accessibility inside and out was very good. I would suggest a grab bar in the shower as there is nothing to hold on to. And an inexpensive shower stool would be helpful. We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Jennifer B., Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness
Trout Landing in Whittier NC
The property and house were very nice and well furnished and stocked. It is pretty close to the Highway (74) and could hear the highway traffic from the Mater Bedroom; but luckily it was not too heavy overnight, and we were gone most of the days. The only negative is that this house is listed as a handicapped home, but there are no grab bars in the shower, or over the toilet. This made it extremely difficult for my husband, and quite dangerous. Luckily we had some portable bars with us that worked in the shower. But the toilet area was definitely a challenge.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Terri P.

Liked: Cleanliness
One week viewing the Blue Ridge Pkway
We are two healthcare workers getting away into the mountains. Great week! Beautiful home, very clean, all kitchen cookware & utensils we needed. Great having washer/dryer. Adventurous entry on one lane gravel road, but part of the fun! Enjoyed fall views on Blue Ridge Pkway. We would rent again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Stacy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cabin Property/No Water Access
This cabin was very nice. Nicely decorated, clean; the perfect size for my family. The property was very nice and we took advantage of the outdoor patio and fire pit. My husband enjoyed napping on the porch swing! We also enjoyed the Barkers Creek Bridge which was accessible from the side of the property. There is road noise but we are from the city so it was something we could easily tune out. There is a train track just behind the house but we only saw one train (engine only), the entire trip. Our only complaint was the lack of access to the river. We rented this property because we had intentions to go fishing. My husband and children were all disappointed in this. When you see the pictures provided they are very misleading. The picture is taken from two properties down. Both properties next to this one have water access. So if you are looking to fish from the property, this will not be the place for you. This is the reason we didn't give the property 5 stars. If the water/fishing weren't a focal point for our trip then this would be a moot point. I tried to find a means to contact property management to see if there was an alternative access point but could not find any means to do so. Overall we still had a great trip. We took advantage of the numerous hiking trails and access points to the waterfalls in the area. And even saw a bear during one of our hikes! Make sure you grab trail maps before you head out. We did a jump over to Hendersonville, which has great shops and one of my favorite wineries. If you love wine, visit Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards. You can make a day of it and also visit Burnshirt Vineyards which is only a few miles from Saint Paul, but I prefer Saint Paul! We love this part of North Carolina! Every time we visit it just confirms this is going to be our future home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!!!!
Exactly what we were looking for. A place to be between friend and a lot of relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

4/10 Poor

Tammy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Definitely not tranquil
Location is terrible. There is a major highway within 400 feet of the property and it’s extremely loud. On the other side of the property, within 100 feet, is a railroad track. If you are looking for something quiet and peaceful this isn’t the place. You would think if you have to drive down an extremely narrow one lane gravel road for a mile to get there that it would be nice and quiet, but it’s far from it. When I called to complain that it wasn’t as advertised, I was quickly told that it was in a picture, which it’s not and that I should have read the reviews. Totally unacceptable. The house was clean and well kept inside and out, but the location is terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marla, Wellsburg wv

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice and Quiet. There was a little bit of road noise. You can’t hear it inside the house. Very comfortable for six people. Centrally located only 25 to 30 minutes from everything. Honestly the only thing was it was a little hard to find, but once I found it it was easy to get back to you. We plan to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Edward A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whittier Riverfront home
Beautiful scenery all around. Home was very clean, neat and very well stocked with anything you might need. The road to get up to the home was challenging. Plan on at least a mile at 5 mph on a winding gravel road. Not fun the first time up but used to it after that. Very comfortable and well maintained furniture and other amenities. TV's in bedroom only play DVD's so bring your own or view some of the ones on hand. Didn't really have time for the TV anyway. Overall beautiful place to stay within about 20-30 minutes of the Casino.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Larry T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
It was Great except the hateful neighbor. He was rude.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Nice house/cabin but...
Beautiful house/cabin, well maintained, lots of amenities, well stocked with kitchen pots, pans, glasses, utensils, etc. When they tell you that the last mile to the cabin is gravel and has some grades (ups and downs) believe it. We needed a mobility accessible cabin and this has much, but not all of what is needed. There is a ramp into the one story cabin and the kitchen and master bath have sinks that are open underneath to aid with wheelchair occupants. The one thing that was definitely a challenge was the shower. There are grab bars on the wall next to the toilet, but there are no grab bars in the shower stall. Also, the threshold to the shower has a sloped tile which becomes slippery when wet. For a person with one leg, this is treacherous. We managed by pulling my wife's wheelchair halfway into the shower so she wouldn't have to maneuver over the threshold. This is also difficult because the toilet is rather close to the shower entrance. So while it is 80% mobility accessible, the final 20% is an important 20%. The other issue as has been mentioned in other reviews is the noise from Highway 74. It is loud. Even though you take a very circuitous route to the cabin, the highway is literally just several hundred yards from the cabin. We did have a nice stay, but the gravel road in and out made us think twice before we made any trips to and from the cabin for store runs or trips to local attractions. We did have a very cool day in Bryson City. Very interesting small town. Recommend stopping first at the Bryson City Heritage Museum and Visitor Center. They have a great group of volunteers who appear happy to assist you with questions about the town and the surrounding area. Note to reviewers: You can use this review or not. Please let the owners of the cabin know of our concerns about the shower.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
Thank you for the constructive feedback! We are happy that you enjoyed the cabin, and we have passed all of your comments to the local manager. Also, please feel free to call in next time if there is anything that local staff can assist with during your visit. We look forward to your next stay with us!

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Smoky Mountain Station
Wonderful accommodation for our needs! Great location for exploring nearby parks and quaint towns. Prior reviews are accurate regarding location being near a noisy highway and a bit challenging to find. However, we were busy exploring and didn’t spend much time at house so highway didn’t bother us. Also, once you find home (owner sends directions)you are able to find it with ease the rest of the time. The loveliness of home outweighs these issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Cozy Home
This home had everything a family would need. Clean, updated, beautiful and spacious. The driveway is a little treacherous at first, but very manageable once you get used to it. I would highly recommend this property to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Steve B.

Nice house, nice fishing, not great location
The house looks brand new! The river is full with trout and small mouth bass and the location is close to the casino and great golfing.... The only problem is that you are literally right next to a 4 lane highway that you cannot see in the pictures. The drive in leads you to believe that you are going to be staying at a secluded lodge, but in reality highway 74 and cars are in your backyard, just on the other side of the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2016